Registered Dietitian – Community Health & Diabetes Care

Esperanza Health Center; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Esperanza Health Center, a Christ-centered Federally Qualified Health Center in Philadelphia, seeks a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) to provide medical nutrition therapy for patients at risk of obesity, hypertension, and diabetes. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care in a community setting.

Responsibilities include individual counseling, group education, community health outreach, and timely documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics with internship/experience.
• Registration through CDR by hire date or within six months; PA licensure as LDN.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English; strong communication.
• Proficient in MS Office; ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Maintain confidentiality; work with diverse populations.
• Commitment to continuing education and licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial nutrition assessments and counseling.
• Develop individualized nutrition plans and provide goals with resources.
• Collaborate with care team; refer to behavioral health as needed.
• Lead group nutrition education sessions and community programs.
• Promote nutrition at health fairs and events.
• Document care in EHR within 24 hours; maintain licensure.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Excellent communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics

Master's in Nutrition (preferred)

Tools

CDR Registration

PA Licensure as LDN

Job description

Esperanza Health Center, a Christ-centered Federally Qualified Health Center in Philadelphia, seeks a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) to provide medical nutrition therapy for patients at risk of obesity, hypertension, and diabetes. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care in a community setting.

Responsibilities include individual counseling, group education, community health outreach, and timely documentation.